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Creamy Street Corn Dip Recipe Easy Homemade Snack with Crispy Tortilla Chips

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A creamy, tangy, and slightly smoky street corn dip paired with crispy homemade tortilla chips, perfect for parties and casual snacking.

Ingredients

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  • 1 (15 oz / 425 g) can of whole kernel corn, drained (or 1½ cups fresh or frozen corn, roasted for extra flavor)
  • ½ cup (120 g) mayonnaise
  • ½ cup (120 g) sour cream
  • 1 cup (120 g) crumbled Cotija cheese
  • 1 small jalapeño, finely diced (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • Juice of 1 lime (about 2 tablespoons / 30 ml)
  • Salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
  • 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, chopped (optional)
  • 10 small corn tortillas, cut into triangles
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil or avocado oil (for frying or tossing)
  • Salt, to taste

Instructions

  1. Roast the corn (if using fresh or frozen): Heat a skillet over medium-high heat and add the corn kernels. Cook, stirring occasionally, until slightly charred and fragrant, about 5-7 minutes. Skip if using canned corn.
  2. Prepare the creamy base: In a mixing bowl, combine ½ cup mayonnaise and ½ cup sour cream. Whisk until smooth and creamy.
  3. Add the cheese and spices: Stir in 1 cup crumbled Cotija cheese, 1 teaspoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, and a pinch of salt and black pepper. Mix well.
  4. Incorporate fresh elements: Add juice of 1 lime and finely diced jalapeño (if using). Stir to combine and adjust seasoning to taste.
  5. Fold in the corn: Add roasted or canned corn kernels to the creamy mixture, folding gently to avoid crushing kernels.
  6. Chill the dip: Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes to let flavors meld and dip thicken.
  7. Make the crispy tortilla chips: Cut 10 small corn tortillas into triangles. Heat 2 tablespoons oil in a skillet over medium heat. Fry tortilla triangles in batches, turning occasionally, until golden and crisp, about 2-3 minutes per batch. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt immediately.
  8. Serve: Transfer chilled dip to a serving bowl, garnish with chopped cilantro if desired, and serve with crispy tortilla chips.

Notes

Roasting fresh or frozen corn adds a smoky depth. Use fresh lime juice for brightness. Fry tortilla chips at medium heat for perfect crunch. Dip tastes better after chilling at least 30 minutes. For a lighter chip, bake tortillas at 375°F for 10-12 minutes, flipping halfway.

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